Why Are Black Women Expected To Settle?

Most women, myself included, just went along with what was expected of us, even if those expectations didn’t align with our desires.  But with the millennial generation there was a big shift and I think it was because we instilled a confidence in that generation of women that gave them the power to use their voice against outdated expectations and a patriarchal system that is oppressive to women.  A lot of progress has been made but there are still a lot of black women who are settling for less than they deserve. Let’s discuss why and how you can tear down the false narratives behind living a mediocre life.